Essig brings on board previous experience as CEO and Executive VP

RathGibson, the Illinois-based manufacturer of welded, welded and drawn, and seamless stainless steel, nickel, and titanium tubing, has announced the hiring of Mark G Essig as its Chief Executive Officer.

“I am excited to have the opportunity to lead the RathGibson team and look forward to working with the company’s loyal customers and suppliers,” said Essig, who was most recently President and CEO of Sangamon Industries. Previously he served as CEO of Aviation Power and Marine, Barjan, GS Industries and as Executive Vice President at AK Steel, the announcement said.

Commenting on Essig’s appointment, the Chairman of RathGibson, Eugene Davis, said: “We are very pleased to welcome Mark to RathGibson, and look forward to the continued success of the business under his leadership. We thank Mike Schwartz for his steadfast leadership during RathGibson’s turnaround, and wish him all the best in his new endeavours.”